4 January 2013 (Friday)
Eat: Sushi Airways Sushi Bar
At this aircraft-inspired sushi bar, you can be assured of a first class experience. Think interiors that resemble the inside of an aircraft cabin and waitresses dressed like flight attendants. Passport not required.
Location: 20A Baghdad Street
Opening Hours: Daily, 12pm to 10.30pm.
Drink: Gloria Jean’s Coffees
Ready for your guilty pleasure of 2013? Gloria Jean’s latest creation, the Praline Latte and its chilled counterpart, the Praline Espresso Chiller, is made from a decadent combination of macadamia syrup, caramel sauce and white cocoa powder. Tempted yet?
Location: All Gloria Jean’s outlets
Play: Hansel Bundle Sale
Out with the old and in with the new. Give your wardrobe a makeover and save more as you buy more at this bundle sales event. Get five percent off for two items, 10 percent for three items and 15 percent for four items or more.
Location: Nana & Bird, #01-02, 79 Chay Yan Street
Timing: Ends Jan 10
5 January 2013 (Saturday)
Eat: La Barra Colombian Bistro
Go on and savour the food from Shakira’s homeland! Try Arepa; it’s a savoury blend of shredded beef, chicken, avocado, beans and cheese served on ground cornmeal. Another popular dish is Empanadas, the Colombian version of curry puffs.
Location: 1 Vista Exchange Green, #02-21 The Star Vista
Opening Hours: Tues to Thurs, 1pm to 11pm; Fri to Sun, 12pm to 11pm
Drink: Coffee at espressoLAB
So you think you know your Arabica from your Robusta? This two-hour coffee appreciation class will give you tips on making an aromatica cuppa, as well as share a little more on the coffee growing process. To sign up, call espressoLAB at 6298 8413.
Location: 14 Bali Lane
Time: 10.30am to 12.30pm
Play: Danny Avila at Zouk
At 17 years old, Danny Avila isn’t even at the legal age for drinking, but with his crazy electronic dance mixes, he sure knows how to get the party started! Tickets start from $25.
Location: 17 Jiak Kim Street
Time: 10pm to late
6 January 2013 (Sunday)
Eat: The Halia
Sticking to your New Year resolutions can be pretty tough, especially when it comes to anything dealing with food. The Halia makes things easier with its two serving sizes, small and big. Now you can enjoy a petite version of the hearty Javanese Spice Maori Lakes Rack of Lamb, without worry of overeating.
Location: The Halia at Raffles Hotel, #01-22/23
Opening Hours: Mon to Fri, 11.30am to 10pm; Sat, Sun & public holidays, 10 am to 10pm
Drink: Ki-sho
Toast the great start to the New Year with some sake from Ki-sho. With over 50 labels of traditional and seasonal sake, we predict this place will be a hot favourite with sake lovers.
Location: 29 Scotts Road
Opening Hours: Mon to Sat, 6.30pm to 10.30pm
Play: Oh 2013!
In this “art walkabout”, 13 artists will present you with a different perspective of Marina Bay. The artists explore the age-old question, “Does money really make the world go round?” with their art pieces strategically located around the financial district. Visit http://www.ohopenhouse.com for more information.
Dates: Jan 5 & 6; Jan 12 &13, Jan 19 & 20
Location: Marina Bay Financial Centre, 8 Marina Boulevard